EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 43 MIN
Justice For a Serial Killer
from The Badge is Retired, and the Story Lives On.... · host James Mitchell
Send us Fan MailPart two of a two-part episode. former Deputy Prosecutor Thomas Vanes recalls his role in the prosecution of Michael Lee Lockhart for the murders of two teenaged girls and a Texas Police Officer. Murder and death sentencing in three states involves a complicated process and coordination, which Vanes meticulously describes in this episode. Vanes also discusses the many nuances, coincidences and 'small world' situations in this account.James Mitchell will continue to present criminal justice representatives who will tell of actual events they have encountered during their service. Many of these guests will discuss actual cases that were documented in the book, A Badge Well Worn, by James Mitchell.
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Send us Fan Mail Part two of a two-part episode. former Deputy Prosecutor Thomas Vanes recalls his role in the prosecution of Michael Lee Lockhart for the murders of two teenaged girls and a Texas Police Officer. Murder and death sentencing in three states involves a complicated process and coordination, which Vanes meticulously describes in this episode. Vanes also discusses the many nuances, coincidences and 'small world' situations in this account. James Mitchell will continue to pre...
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